Safety Data Sheet

(Methyl Diethanolamine)
DATE PREPARED: 10/18/2016

Section 1. Product and Company Identification

Product Name Methyl Diethanolamine

CAS Number 105-59-9

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Section 2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319

GHS Label Elements

Pictograms:

Signal word: WARNING

Hazard and precautionary statements

Hazard Statements
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS: None

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Section 3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Common Name Methyl Diethanolamine

Synonym(s) N-Methyldiethanolamine; 2,2?-Methyliminodiethanol; MDEA; N-Bis(2-
hydroxyethyl)methylamine
Formula C5H13NO2
CAS Number 105-59-9

COMPONENT CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION

Methyl Diethanolamine 105-59-9 90 - 100%

Section 4. First Aid Measures

Description of first-aid measures

General advice: Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Move out of dangerous area.
Inhalation: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Consult a physician.
Skin contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a
physician.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
Consult a physician.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: The most important
known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2) and/or in section 11.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: No
data available

Section 5. Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon
dioxide.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides
(NOx)
Advice for firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Further information: no data available

Section 6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment, and emergency procedures: Use personal

protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. For

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personal protection see section 8.

Environmental precautions: Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Soak up with inert absorbent
material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Reference to other sections: For disposal see section 13.

Section 7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or
mist. For precautions see section 2.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Keep container tightly closed
in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Section 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters: Contains no substances with
occupational exposure limit values.

Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and
safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

Personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection: Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for
eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or
EN 166(EU).
Skin protection: Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove
removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product.
Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory
practices. Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection: Impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection: Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate
use a full-face respirator with multipurpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator
cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a
full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure: Do not let product enter drains.

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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance: Clear, viscous liquid
Color: Light yellow
Odor: Ammonia-like
Odor Threshold: No data available
pH: 11.5 at 100 g/l (20°C/68°F)
Melting point/freezing point: -21.3°C (-6.3°F)
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 246 - 248°C (475 - 478°F) - lit.
Flash point (Closed Cup): 127°C (261°F)
Evaporation rate: No data available
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available

Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits

Upper explosion limit: 8.8% (V)
Lower explosion limit: 1.4% (V)

Vapor pressure: 0.01 hPa (0.01 mmHg) (20°C/68°F)

Vapor density: 4.11 - (Air = 1.0)
Relative density: 1.038 g/cm3 (25°C/77°F)
Water solubility: completely miscible
Partition coefficient (n-Octanol/water): log Pow: -1.08
Auto-ignition temperature: 280°C (536°F) at 1,013 hPa (760 mmHg)
Decomposition temperature: No data available
Viscosity: No data available
Explosive properties: No data available
Oxidizing properties: No data available

Other safety information

Dissociation constant: 8.52 (25°C/77°F)
Relative vapor density: 4.11 - (Air = 1.0)

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity: No data available

Chemical stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: No data available
Conditions to avoid: No data available
Incompatible materials: Oxidizing agents, Do not store near acids.

Hazardous decomposition products

Other decomposition products: No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5

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Section 11. Toxicological Information

Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - Rat - Male and female: 4,680 mg/kg
(OECD Test Guideline 401)
Inhalation: No data available
Dermal: No data available

Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin - Rabbit
Result: No skin irritation
(OECD Test Guideline 404)
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Eyes - Rabbit
Result: Irritating to eyes.
(OECD Test Guideline 405)
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Maximization Test - guinea pig
Did not cause sensitization on laboratory animals.
(OECD Test Guideline 406)
Germ cell mutagenicity
in vitro assay
S. typhimurium
Result: negative
Mutagenicity (micronucleus test)
mouse - male and female
Result: negative

Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product, present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1%, is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
ACGIH: No component of this product, present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1%, is identified
as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.
NTP: No component of this product, present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1%, is identified as
a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA: No component of this product, present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1%, is identified
as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.

Reproductive toxicity: no data available

Reproductive toxicity - rat - Skin
Maternal Effects: Other effects.

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: No data available

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Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: No data available

Aspiration hazard: No data available

Additional Information
RTECS: KL7525000
Cough, Shortness of breath, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting.

Section 12. Ecological Information

Toxicity
Toxicity to fish
Static test LC50 - Leuciscus idus (Golden orfe): 1,466 mg/l (96 h)
Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates
Static test EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea): 233 mg/l (48 h)
Toxicity to algae
Static test EC50 - Desmodesmus subspicatus (Scenedesmus subspicatus): > 100 mg/l (72 h)

Persistence and degradability

Biodegradability aerobic - Exposure time 28 d
Result: 7 % - Not biodegradable.
(OECD Test Guideline 301C)

Bioaccumulative potential: No data available

Mobility in soil: No data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety
assessment not required/not conducted
Other adverse effects: No data available

Section 13. Disposal Considerations

Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of product and contaminated packaging in accordance

with all local, state, and federal environmental control regulations.

Section 14. Transport Information

DOT (US): Not dangerous goods

IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods

Section 15. Regulatory Information

SARA 302 Components

SARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III,
Section 302.

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SARA 313 Components

SARA 313: This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that
exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.

SARA 311/312 Hazards: Acute Health Hazard

Massachusetts Right to Know Components

No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
Pennsylvania Right to Know Components
N-Methyldiethanolamine (CAS-No. 105-59-9)
New Jersey Right to Know Components
N-Methyldiethanolamine (CAS-No. 105-59-9)

California Prop. 65 Components: This product does not contain any chemicals known to State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

HMIS Rating
Health: 2
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0

NFPA Rating
Health: 2
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0

Section 16. Other Information

Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive
and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of
our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It
does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product.

REVISION DATE: 10/18/2016

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